Bauchi State Governor donates ₦200m support to victims of Dass Windstorm

Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed of Bauchi State has directed the immediate release of two hundred (200) million naira support to the victims of devastating windstorm in different parts of Dass Local Government Area.

He announced this when he visited the Emir of Dass Alhaji Usman Bilyaminu Uthman in his palace.

Governor Bala Mohammed explained that the support was to assist in the reconstruction of damaged homes and infrastructure in the affected communities.

The Governor expressed deep sorrow over the destruction caused by the natural disaster and assured the communities that the state government stands in solidarity with them and is committed to providing prompt and effective relief.

Governor Bala Mohammed accompanied by his deputy, Muhammad Auwal Jatau and other top government officials, after assessing the destruction, directed emergency response teams to expedite relief efforts.

He further urged community leaders to ensure fair distribution of the support materials and funds and reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to disaster preparedness and pledged to work with humanitarian agencies to prevent future occurrences.

Briefing the Governor on the level of damaged, the Chairman of Dass Local Government Area, Muhammad Abubakar Jibo, mentioned the affected communities to include Durr, Wandi, Bagel Bundot, and Dass town and commended the swift response of the state government.

He highlighted the efforts made by the local council immediately after the disaster, including initial assessments, and mobilization of local resources to support the affected persons and therefore described the Governor’s intervention as timely and a major relief to the people.

Also speaking, the Emir of Dass, Alhaji Usman Bilyaminu Othman, expressed deep appreciation to Governor Bala Mohammed for the visit and generous support to his people.

The traditional ruler noted that the gesture reflects the Governor’s genuine concern for the welfare of the citizens and called on residents to remain resilient and united in the face of challenges.